Elmont, N.Y. native, Ariel Edwards, was recently signed to the Tulsa Shock of the WNBA. The 22 year-old Edwards was added to the Shock’s training camp roster on Wednesday as a free agent.
Edwards, a forward from Penn State University, averaged 15.7 points and 5.7 rebounds per game, and shot 45.2 percent from the field during the 2014 season. Edwards was named to the All-Big Ten first team following the 2014 season.
“Ariel has had a great career at Penn State and I look forward to seeing her in camp,” said Fred Williams, Head Coach of the Tulsa Shock. “Ariel had a terrific senior year at Penn State. She’s a powerful presence in the post and can help us in our interior area.”
Congratulations, Ariel, from all of us here at the Excelsior. Wishing you a healthy & successful career. Make Elmont proud!
Update – Rookie free-agent Ariel Edwards was released by the Tulsa Shock May 14, 2014, who finalized their roster at 12 players. Still wishing Ariel the best of luck, perseverance & success!
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